Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out

The default Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out jack. Center/Subwoofer speakers can be connected to Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out jack.

Side Speaker Out

The default Side Speaker Out jack. Surround side speakers can be connected to Side Speaker Out jack.

 

In addition to the default speakers settings, the ~

 

audio jacks can be reconfigured to

 

perform different functions via the audio software. Only microphones still MUST be connected

 

to the default Mic In jack (

). Please refer to the 2-/4-/6-/8- channel audio setup steps for

 

detailed software configuration information.

 

 

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5

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1)

ATX_12V

 

 

 

 

 

12)

F_AUDIO

 

2)

ATX (Power Connector)

 

 

 

 

 

13)

CD_IN

 

3)

CPU_FAN

 

 

 

 

 

14)

SPDIF_I

 

4)

SYS_FAN

 

 

 

 

 

15)

F_USB2/GREEN_USB

5)

PWR_FAN

 

 

 

 

 

16)

F1_1394 / F2_1394

6)

NB_FAN

 

 

 

 

 

17)

CLR_CMOS

 

7)

FDD

 

 

 

 

 

18)

RF_ID

 

8)

IDE1/IDE2/IDE3

 

 

 

 

 

19)

CI

 

9)

SATAII0/SATAII1/SATAII2/SATAII3

20)

PWR_LED

 

10)

ESATAII0/ESATAII1

 

 

 

 

 

21)

BAT

 

11)

F_PANEL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Intel GA-8I955X PRO, GA-8I955X ROYAL user manual Connectors Introduction, Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out, Side Speaker Out

GA-8I955X PRO, GA-8I955X ROYAL specifications

The Intel GA-8I955X ROYAL and GA-8I955X PRO motherboards were popular choices in the mid-2000s, built for users seeking robust performance and reliability. These motherboards were designed to support the Intel Pentium 4 processors and featured the Intel 955X chipset, which enhanced overall performance and enabled advanced technologies.

One of the main features of both board models was their support for dual-core and hyper-threading technologies, maximizing the processing capabilities for multitasking and resource-hungry applications. This made them suitable for gaming, multimedia editing, and other demanding applications. Additionally, the GA-8I955X boards supported front-side bus speeds of up to 800 MHz, providing a fast data transfer rate between the CPU and memory.

With support for DDR2 memory, these motherboards accommodated memory speeds ranging from 533 to 800 MHz, facilitating improved bandwidth and performance compared to previous DDR technology. The boards also featured four DIMM slots, allowing for substantial RAM configurations, which was advantageous for users aiming for high performance in gameplay and resource-intensive tasks.

The GA-8I955X ROYAL provided additional high-end features such as integrated 7.1-channel HD audio and Gigabit LAN connectivity, enriching user experiences with superior audio and fast internet connections. The PRO variant offered similar functionalities but differed slightly in its integrated components.

Both models were equipped with multiple PCI Express slots, enabling users to enhance their systems with high-performance graphics cards and expansion cards. The user-oriented design included features such as easy BIOS updates and a user-friendly interface, ensuring that both novice and seasoned builders could navigate the setup process with ease.

Storage options were plentiful, as these motherboards supported SATA ports for connecting modern hard drives and SSDs. The RAID capabilities allowed users to implement data redundancy or performance improvements, enhancing data security and access speeds.

Overall, the Intel GA-8I955X ROYAL and GA-8I955X PRO motherboards represented a blend of performance, advanced technology, and user-friendly features, catering to the needs of gamers and power users in their day. As part of the Intel legacy, they laid the groundwork for advancements in computing technologies that have continued to evolve in subsequent years.